Welcome
As you and your family prepare for winter we encourage you
take part in some of the wonderful events during the
upcoming months.
Our staff is working hard to provide you the best recreation
opportunities by creating a mix of your old favorites with new
events and leagues. Our mission is to provide unique, fun, and
exciting events for your whole family. I encourage everyone to
get out and visit any of our Park or Recreation facilities.
We strive to provide Abilene’s residents with outstanding
programs and quality customer service. We look forward to
serving you and your families this winter.
Sincerely,

The City of Abilene Recreation Division is a proud member of
the following organizations:
National Recreation & Park Association
Texas Recreation & Park Society
Texas Association on Aging Program
Texas Amateur Athletic Federation
Texas Public Pool Council

Junior Classes and Times
This group is for all High School and Middle
School players. Drills, footwork, and some
form of match play will be done everyday.
Players will be seperated based on skill levels.
Monday-Wednesday-Thursday
5:30 - 7:30pm
Pricing:
We will now offer a package rate as well as a
daily rate.

THURSDAY NIGHT DANCES
Join us on from 7-10pm each
Thursday night for a dance
featuring live entertainment at
the Rose Park Senior Center.
Cost is $5 per person.
2 STEP DANCE CLASSES
Date/Time
Wed at 12:45pm

Location
Rose Park

LONE STAR STEPPERS

Date/Time
Tue at 8:30am

HULA DANCING

Date/Time
Mon at 12:45pm

OPEN LINE DANCE

Date/Time
Thu at 1pm

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Location
Rose Park
Location
Rose Park
Location
Rose Park

The City of Abilene Senior Division offers Medical
transportation for citizens 60 and older. The fee is
donation based. Participants must be able to walk to
and from the car without assistance. Stops include
medical, errands, prescriptions and more. Service
is available Monday through Thursday from 9am to
1:30pm. For more information, please call 325-6734694.

DAILY MEAL

A delicious and nutritious meal that exceeds 1/3 the
minimum daily requirement is served Monday through
Friday at all four Senior Centers from 11:30am to
12:15pm. For individuals 60 or over, or that are married to an individual 60 or over, are eligible to eat on
a donation basis. The suggested donation is $2.50.
Meal tickets for those under 60 are $3.50 and must be
paid for at each senior center. Monthly menu is posted on our website at www.abilenetx.com.

TRANSPORTATION

City of Abilene offers transportation by donation for
senior citizens 60 and older. Transportation is offered
to and from one of the four Senior Centers. Senior Citizens will be picked up from their home and brought
to the Senior Center for activities and lunch. They will
be returned home following lunch.
Twice a month, after lunch, transportation is provided
to a local grocery store. City bus drivers will assist in
loading and unloading your purchases. This service
is free of charge, however donations are accepted.
Please call 325-734-5300 to schedule transportation.

GOAL
The Adaptive Recreation Services (ARS) mission is to
provide specialized leisure and adaptive recreational
activities for persons with disabilities.
FEE
The program fee is $32 per month.
ACTIVITIES
The ARS Program offers a wide variety of activities that
include Classes, Special Olympics, Dances, Free Lunch
Program, Field Trips, Fitness Classes, Arts and Crafts, and
more.
ELIGIBILITY
Participants must be school age, and adults that have a
diagnosis of cognitive and/or physically challenged.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
ARS is looking for volunteers interested in assisting
individuals with disabilities in recreation programs.
MONTHLY CALENDARS
ARS publicizes a monthly calendar of activities for
individuals with disabilities of all ages. Please call 325676-6575 and have your name added to our mailing
list.
SPECIAL OLYMPIC OPPORTUNITIES
ARS offers programs for Special Olympic athletes. For
volunteer information, please contact the ARS Staff.

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The Recreation Division is on the lookout to add
new classes. For more details, please email
parksandrec@abilenetx.com
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WORKERS NEEDED

Workers are needed to supervise the Recreation
Centers during facility rentals. Work hours are
on Saturdays and/or Sundays. Must be 18 and
older. Pay is $10 per hour. If you are interested,
please email parksandrec@abilenetx.com

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FACILITY RENTALS

The City of Abilene has several facilities that are
available for rent. For more information, call 325676-6217 or email parksandrec@abilenetx.com.